Job and Volunteer Opportunities
Judaic Studies at the University of Cincinnati has just posted the ad
for an Assistant Professor in Bible and Ancient Judaism for next year.
The position number is 2111004 and the quicklink to send it out to
folks is http://www.jobsatuc.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=80578.
Samuel Davidson Professor OR Reader in Old Testament/Hebrew Bible
King's College London
The department of Theology and Religious Studies, King's College London, seeks a world leader in the field of Old Testament/Hebrew Bible with effect from 1 September 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter. A research specialisation in the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible within its historical and cultural contexts would be particularly welcome, as would expertise in relevant archaeological debates. Applicants should have a strong background in using languages and critical tools, familiarity with the range of interpretative approaches current in Biblical studies, and a concern to address subjects relevant to contemporary issues. An interest in art history, literature, film and/or other contemporary arts would be an advantage. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, growing, and creatively forward-looking team in Biblical Studies at King's. There are also numerous opportunities for close collaboration with colleagues in Biblical Studies elsewhere in London and beyond. This post offers a chance to make a substantial contribution to the development of Biblical Studies in the UK and internationally.
The appointment will be made at Professorial or Reader level with salary to be negotiated, plus London Allowance. Benefits include an annual season ticket loan scheme and a superannuation scheme.
Informal enquiries should be made to Prof. Paul Janz, 0207 848 2398, email paul.janz@kcl.ac.uk, or Dr Joan Taylor, 0207 848 2335, email joan.taylor@kcl.ac.uk
Further details and application packs are available on the College's website at www.kcl.ac.uk/jobs or alternatively by emailing Human Resources at jcmbjobs@kcl.ac.uk All correspondence should clearly state the relevant job title and reference number A9/AAT/802/11-TC
Closing date for the receipt of applications will be Monday, 12 December, 2011. Interviews scheduled for late January 2012
Equality of opportunity is College policy
Assistant or Associate Professor of Archaeology
Brown University, Joukowsky Institute for Archaeology and the Ancient World
For more information please click the link
Assistant Professor of Hebrew Bible (tenure track)
University of British Columbia-Vancouver
The Department of Classical, Near Eastern and Religious Studies
(CNERS) at the University of British Columbia-Vancouver campus invites
applications for a tenure track appointment, effective July 1, 2012,
at the rank of Assistant Professor. The
primary research focus of the position is the Hebrew Bible, its
literature, culture, and history. Expertise in Near Eastern cultures
and languages will be an advantage.
The successful candidate will be willing and able to teach Biblical
Hebrew from introductory through advanced levels. The successful
applicant must hold a PhD (or expect to have successfully defended
prior to July 1, 2012) and must have demonstrated accomplishments in
scholarship along with enthusiasm for teaching in a department with
the unique combination of fields present in CNERS. The successful
candidate will be expected to maintain an active program of research
and teaching and to participate fully in graduate supervision,
departmental service, events, and initiatives.
The programs, faculty research interests, and general activities of
CNERS are found at www.cnrs.ubc.ca
The position is subject to final budgetary approval. Salary will be
commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applicants should submit a letter of application, an example of their
published research, a current CV containing full contact information
and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should arrange for three
confidential letters of reference to be
sent to Dr. Susanna Braund, Acting Head, Department of Classical, Near
Eastern and Religious Studies, University of British Columbia,
Buchanan C227, 1866 Main Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z1, Canada, email
susanna.braund@ubc.ca by the deadline of November 15, 2011.
Application materials must be submitted by November 18, 2011, to the
address noted above.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity.
All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome
applications from members of visible minority groups, women,
Aboriginal persons, persons with
disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender
identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage
productively with diverse communities. Canadians and permanent
residents of Canada will be given priority.
Religious Studies Assistant Professor
Early Judaism
The University of Tennessee
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Department of Religious
Studies, invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor
in Early Judaism to begin August 2012. PhD in a relevant field and
teaching experience are preferred, but ABDs in the final stages of
completing their dissertations will be considered. Preferred
applicants will have a background in Religious Studies, teaching
competence in Hebrew Bible, and knowledge of biblical Hebrew and other
languages relevant to their research, and will complement existing UTK
faculty in Religious Studies, Judaic Studies, and/or The Marco
Institute for Medieval and Renaissance Studies. Possible periods of
specialization include but are not limited to: Second-Temple Judaism,
Rabbinic Judaism, Medieval Judaism. The Knoxville campus of the
University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to
contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals
of the university.
Please send a cover letter, a writing sample, a curriculum vitae, and
three letters of recommendation to Tina Shepardson, Search Committee
Chair, Department of Religious Studies, The University of Tennessee,
501 McClung Tower, Knoxville, TN 37996-0450. Review of applications
begins October 14, 2011 for applicants wanting to be considered for a
preliminary interview at the annual meeting of the American Academy of
Religion/Society of Biblical Literature in San Francisco, and will
continue until the position is filled.
The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section
504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and
employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will
receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental
disability, or covered veteran status.
Classical and Modern Jewish and Hebrew Literature - Harvard University
Harvard University seeks to make an appointment in Classical and
Modern Jewish and Hebrew Literature. The successful applicant will be
a scholar of Hebrew language and literature, who studies the subject
comparatively and contextually (e.g. through the comparative study of
other languages and literatures, through the application of various
disciplinary approaches, etc.). Modern period expertise is preferred,
and a solid grounding in classical Hebrew texts is strongly desired.
The rank of the appointment is open; junior scholars are especially
encouraged to apply. A strong doctoral record is required.
Departmental affiliation to be determined. Teaching duties include
four courses per year at the undergraduate and graduate levels;
demonstrated excellence in teaching strongly desired.
Candidates should submit cover letter, CV, teaching statement,
research statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and the names
and contact information of three references by applying online at
https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/3713 .
The committee will begin to review applications on October 17, 2011.
Harvard is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Applications from women and minorities are strongly encouraged.
Ingeborg Rennert Chair of Jewish Studies (Barnard)
Barnard College announces a search for a senior scholar to hold the
Ingeborg Rennert Chair of Jewish Studies in the Religion Department at
the level of advanced Associate Professor or Full Professor.
We are
seeking a colleague whose teaching and research complement our
department's commitment to the academic study of religion and the
College's commitment to interdisciplinarity. The field of
specialization is open, but we are interested in appointing a
colleague who can teach broadly about Jewish religion, culture,
literature and history as well as offering more specialized courses in
her or his area of expertise. The successful candidate must be
conversant with the current theoretical discussions and debates in the
study of religion. The successful candidate will contribute as
appropriate to some other interdisciplinary program, department, and
initiative at the College-for example, Comparative Literature, Human
Rights, Women's Studies, among others. All members of the Barnard
Religion department hold appointments in the Graduate School of Arts
and Sciences at Columbia University. We invite confidential
nominations and applications. The initial review of candidates begins
October 1, 2011.
Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae , and a
list of three references, and should be sent to Elizabeth Castelli,
Chair, Religion Department, Barnard College, 3009 Broadway, New York,
NY 10027 (or electronically to ecastell@barnard.edu). Barnard
College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications
from women and individuals from underrepresented groups.
Assistant Professor
(tenure-track) in the field of late Hebrew Bible - University of Texas at
Austin
The Department of Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Texas at
Austin invites applications for a position of Assistant Professor
(tenure-track) in the field of late Hebrew Bible. The position will
begin in August 2012.
The successful applicant must have obtained his/her PhD by Sept. 1,
2010. He or she must demonstrate an established record of scholarly
research and publication, as well as excellence in teaching at the
college level. The scholar in this position will specialize in late
Hebrew Bible (post-exilic texts) and will have expertise in one or
more of the following fields: 2nd Temple archaeology and culture; the
language and context of the Dead Sea Scrolls; 2nd Temple literature
outside the Hebrew Bible. She or he will teach both undergraduate and
graduate courses and will serve in new, demanding doctoral programs in
Hebrew Bible/Ancient Near East (Dept. of Middle Eastern Studies) and
Ancient Mediterranean Religions (Dept.of Religious Studies).
Scholars at the University of Texas are expected to maintain a strong
record of research and publication and engage in service to the
Department, the University, and the profession. The Department places
a high premium on collegiality and maintaining a diverse and
hospitable working environment. Preference will be given to those
with methodological and theoretical interests in Religious Studies.
Applicant Instructions:
Review of applications will begin October 21, 2011, with the intention
of conducting preliminary interviews at the annual meeting of the
Society of Biblical Literature, November 19–22, 2011.
Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, sample of
research, teaching dossier, and three original letters of reference
via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/1017.
No hard copy, please.
Further Info:
Jo Ann Hacket, Search Committee Chair hackett@austin.utexas.edu
512-471-3881
University of Texas at Austin: College of Liberal Arts
Department of Middle Eastern Studies
1 University Station; MC: F9400
Austin, TX 78712
ASOR Search for NEA editor
Near Eastern Archaeology (NEA), a publication of the American Schools
for Oriental Research (ASOR), is seeking an editor for a three-year
term beginning January 1, 2012, for twelve quarterly issues. NEA is a
peer-reviewed, illustrated publication intended for non-specialists.
The journal accepts submissions pertaining to the prehistory and
history of the Near East. The duties of the position include:
maintenance of an editorial office for the journal; solicitation and
acquisition of manuscripts suitable for publication; implementation of
a peer review process for the evaluation of manuscripts; collaboration
with the managing editor, the art director of the journal, and the
ASOR publications director; chairing an editorial board; actively
promoting the journal online; and editing and proofreading each issue.
The duties also include timely publication of journal issues and
providing quarterly reports to the Chair of the Publications
Committee. The Editor of NEA will have editorial control over the
journal, within the parameters of the editorial mission established
for NEA by ASOR. The successful candidate should anticipate managing a
transition to an online article submission and review process and have
a strategy for increasing the presence of NEA on the internet.
Ideally, the Editor should have knowledge of the production and
distribution processes common to print and electronic journals. The
Editor of NEA currently receives a stipend as well as reimbursement
for travel expenses to ASOR's Annual Meeting. These funds also could
be reallocated to provide release time at the successful candidate's
home institution. ASOR will negotiate details regarding administrative
support and other basic infrastructure in collaboration with the
successful candidate.
The search committee requests proposals from applicants outlining a
vision for the future of the journal, which includes the candidates
plan for the following: 1) increasing the journals online presence; 2)
promoting the journal outside ASOR; 3) transitioning to an online
article submission and review process; and 4) increasing the journal's
appeal to the educated enthusiast. Applications from a single editor,
coeditors, or an editorial team will be considered and accepted until
the position is filled. All applications received by September 6, 2011
will receive full consideration.
The candidate's application package should consist of the
aforementioned vision statement and a current CV.
These materials, and any other inquiries, should be submitted via
e-mail to Dr. Jeff Blakely (jblakely@wisc.edu).
Term Research Assistant at the "Theologisches Worterbuch zu den Qumrantexten" project
Forschungsstelle Theologisches Worterbuch zu den Qumrantexten“
Katholisch-Theologischen Fakultat
Universitat Bonn
An der Forschungsstelle ist ab sofort die Stelle einer/eines
wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiterin/wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiters
im Forschungsprojekt „Theologisches Worterbuch zu den Qumrantexten (ThWQ)“
(Vergutung in Anlehnung an Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L 50%)
zu besetzen. Die Tatigkeit ist befristet bis Ende 2012 (Ende der
Forderungsperiode). Eine Verlangerung ist angestrebt. Der
Stundenumfang betragt 50% der regelmaigen Arbeitszeit. Die
Moglichkeit zur Weiterqualifikation ist gegeben.
Ziel des 2007 begonnenen Projektes ist die Erstellung eines
theologischen Worterbuches zu den Qumrantexten. Dabei handelt es sich
um ein Projekt der Grundlagenforschung, das auf der Basis der soeben
abgeschlossenen Edition aller Qumranschriften eine neue Phase der
Qumranforschung einleiten soll: die Erarbeitung der theologischen
Botschaft dieser Schriften aus dem 4. Jh. v. Chr. bis zum ausgehenden
1. Jh. n. Chr. Das ThWQ will die semantische Valenz der Lexeme in
allen Qumranschriften, deren Verschiebungen, Extensionen und
Engfuhrungen in den Qumranschriften analysieren und darstellen. Der
erste Band (Aleph-Chet) des Worterbuches ist Anfang 2011 erschienen,
bis Ende 2012 soll der zweite Band (Tet-Samek) fertiggestellt sein.
Aufgaben:
- ubersetzung der eingehenden Artikel aus dem Englischen
- Redaktionelle Bearbeitung der eingehenden Artikel
- Verfassen von Artikeln fur das ThWQ
- Korrespondenz mit den am Projekt beteiligten Wissenschaftler/inne/n
Einstellungsvoraussetzungen:
- abgeschlossenes Hochschulstudium in Katholischer Theologie
(Diplomtheologie oder 1. Staatsexamen), Judaistik oder vergleichbares
- sehr gute Englischkenntnissse
- sehr gute Kenntnisse des Althebraischen; Aramaischkenntnisse vorteilhaft
- Bereitschaft zur interdisziplinaren Zusammenarbeit sowie zur
selbstandigen, termingerechten Bearbeitung von Forschungsthemen und
redaktionellen Aufgabenv
Die Bewerbungen von Frauen sind ausdrucklich erwunscht und werden gem.
LGG bei gleicher Eignung, Befahigung und fachlicher Leistung bevorzugt
berucksichtigt, sofern nicht in der Person eines Mitbewerbers liegende
Grunde uberwiegen. Ebenso ist die Bewerbung geeigneter
Schwerbehinderter und Gleichgestellter im Sinne des SGB IX erwunscht.
Bewerbungen mit den ublichen Unterlagen richten Sie bitte in
schriftlicher Form bis zum 15.07.2011 an Prof. Dr. Heinz-Josef Fabry,
Forschungsstelle Theologisches Worterbuch zu den Qumrantexten,
Regina-Pacis-Weg 1, 53111 Bonn (fabry@uni-bonn.de).
Visiting Israeli Scholar at Washington Unversity
Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for the
Efroymson Visiting Israeli Scholar. Applications will be accepted from
promising younger scholars from Israel in any field in the humanities or
social sciences.
The scholar should have earned a Ph.D. no earlier than
2006. This position is for the 2012-2013 academic year. The scholar will
teach one course each semester and engage in a research project. It is
expected that among these courses would be _Introduction to Israel
Studies_, taught through the lens of the scholar's specialty, as well as
courses in his/her specialty. The scholar will also be asked to deliver
public presentations, both on campus and in community settings.
Applications will be reviewed beginning September 15, 2011. Send letter of
interest, curriculum vitae, writing sample, research proposal, and three
letters of recommendation to: Chair, Visiting Israeli Scholar Search
Committee, Washington University in St. Louis, Campus Box 1121, One
Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130-4899. For inquiries, please contact
the Department of Jewish, Islamic and Near Eastern Languages and Cultures
jines@artsci.wustl.edu. Washington University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and actively encourages
applications by women and members of minority groups. Employment
eligibility is required upon appointment.
Digital Humanities at UCLA (UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES)
The University of California, Los Angeles, invites applications for
the position of Academic Administrator
as the Digital Humanities Program Coordinator and Research Technology
Consultant. Reporting to the
Chair of the Digital Humanities Program, the Program Coordinator is
responsible for developing courses
and teaching in the Digital Humanities program, advising undergraduate
and graduate students, and
overseeing a variety of faculty research and student support
initiatives. The Coordinator will work closely
with the Digital Humanities Chair and affiliated faculty to schedule
and plan course offerings, place
students in mentorships and/or apprenticeships, perform project
management duties for those students and
their related, faculty-sponsored research projects, recruit and advise
students, and collaborate with Centers
and Institutes at UCLA, including, but not limited to, the Center for
Digital Humanities (CDH), the
Digital Library Program, the Institute for Digital Research and
Education, the Experiential Technologies
Center, and the Office of Instructional Development. The Coordinator
will contribute research technology
expertise to CDH initiatives, and will serve as a key CDH liaison with
the Digital Humanities program.
The successful candidate must have a demonstrated ability to work
collaboratively across disciplines and
facilitate broad-based humanities research and teaching projects,
which are cooperative ventures between
humanists, technologists, scientists, and designers. Administrative
experience working with humanities
faculty, technology staff, and funding agencies is highly desirable.
The successful candidate must have a
PhD, preferably in a Humanities discipline.
For more information, please visit:
http:///www.digitalhumanities.ucla.edu.
FOR THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND TO APPLY, PLEASE GO TO:
HTTP://WWW.CDH.UCLA.EDU/RESOURCES/JOB-OPENINGS.HTML
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES
Review of applications begins on August 22, 2011.
DIGITAL HUMANITIES
ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATOR
Reference: 1188254
Location: London
Closing Date: Noon on Friday 27th May 2011
Additional Information: Salary: £26,820 per annum
Contract: Fixed term 12 months (Full time)
You will be responsible for researching the location of objects for
inclusion in the concordance document. You will be required to use
expertise to take responsibility for making judgements on the dating
and context of objects to be included in the concordance.
You will be required to work closely with other Middle East staff
members (curators and museum assistants) as well as colleagues in
external organisations.
Educated to at least degree level or equivalent in Mesopotamian
Archaeology, you will have expertise in Scanning and OCR programmes.
You should be familiar with databases and spreadsheets as well as with
handling artefacts and archival records. Experience of working in a
Museum or similar institution, in a role involving digital cataloguing
is essential.If you have any queries regarding this role, please email
us at bm@penna.com or call 0845 601 1124. Please quote the job
reference number in the subject line of any email and at the beginning
of a call.
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The National Humanities Center, located in the Research Triangle Park
of North Carolina, is a private, non-profit institute for advanced
study in the humanities. Since it opened in 1978, the Center has
provided residential fellowships to more than 1,300 scholars from all
parts of the United States and from three dozen other nations. Up to
forty Fellows are chosen annually to pursue their own research and
writing and to benefit from the exchange of ideas with colleagues
during an academic year at the Center. The Center is also a national
leader in humanities education.
The Center seeks a Vice President for Scholarly Programs, whose
primary responsibility is the oversight of the Fellowship Program. The
Vice President for Scholarly Programs is responsible for publicizing
the Center’s fellowships, administering the application and selection
process, negotiating Fellows’ stipends, corresponding with Fellows,
arranging monthly public lectures, and generally overseeing operations
that affect the well-being and productivity of the Fellows in
residence. The Vice President for Scholarly Programs also works with
the Trustees’ Committee on Scholarly Programs to identify and recruit
distinguished senior Fellows.
The Vice President for Scholarly Programs is part of the senior staff
of the Center and reports directly to the President and Director,
Geoffrey Harpham. S/he works with Trustees on fundraising and
institutional development and planning, meets with foundation
representatives and individual donors, and prepares grant proposals.
The Vice President for Scholarly Programs also provides staff support
to appropriate committees of the Board of Trustees.
The successful candidate will have strong academic and scholarly
credentials including a Ph.D. in a humanities discipline, the ability
to work well with a range of people, administrative competence,
imagination, and initiative. The position begins on June 15, 2012.
Applications, including a letter, a c.v., and the names and contact
information for three recommenders should be submitted by August 1,
2011. Address applications to Geoffrey Harpham, Director, and send by
e-mail to vpsearch@nationalhumanitiescenter.org
The National Humanities Center does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, handicap,
sexual orientation or preference, or age in the administration of its
selection policies, educational policies, or other Center-administered
programs.
National Humanities Center
P.O. Box 12256
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
919-549-0661
Part Time Fixed Term Lecturer in Old Testament/Hebrew Bible (0.5 FTE)
Department of Theology and Religious Studies, School of Arts & Humanities
King’s College London
King's College London seeks a 0.5 FTE Lecturer in Old Testament/Hebrew Bible to join a cutting-edge and highly motivated team in Biblical Studies with effect from 1 September 2011 until 31st August 2014.
The successful candidate will teach two undergraduate courses in Old Testament/Hebrew Bible and also one MA course. In addition, s/he will contribute to team-taught MA courses in Biblical Studies in the Department of Theology and Religious Studies and in Bible and Ministry taught in collaboration with the Department of Education and Professional Studies. S/he will work in collaboration with colleagues to ensure that the Department attracts high quality students at both MA & PhD level and that the Department’s research output is of world-leading quality.
Candidates should have a PhD in Old Testament/Hebrew Bible, with a research and publications record appropriate to the current stage of their career. Experience of teaching in the area at both undergraduate and MA level is desirable. Proficiency in Biblical Hebrew is essential. Proficiency in Greek and knowledge of both the Septuagint and early patristic interpretations of the LXX is desirable, as is an engaged awareness of Christian use of the Old Testament today as well as Jewish use of Hebrew Bible.
The appointment will be made within the Grade 6 scale, currently £33,193 to £39,185 per annum inclusive of London Allowance - £2,323 per annum.
Informal enquiries should be made to Prof. Paul Janz, 0207 848 2398, email paul.janz@kcl.ac.uk, or Dr Edward Adams, email e.adams@kcl.ac.uk
Further details and application packs are available on the College’s website at www.kcl.ac.uk/jobs or alternatively by emailing Human Resources at jcmbjobs@kcl.ac.uk All correspondence should clearly state the relevant job title and reference number A6/AAT/275/11-TC
Closing date: 19th May 2011.
Term Position in Biblical Hebrew
The Department of Religious Studies at the University of North
Carolina at Chapel Hill plans to make a one-year appointment (with the
possibility of renewal) for a lecturer in biblical Hebrew. The primary
responsibilities of the lecturer would be to teach first- and
second-year courses in biblical Hebrew, but there may also be the
opportunity to instruct graduate students in related Semitic
languages.
The exact course load is subject to discussion and demand. Someone
with an expertise in Semitic Philology would be ideal, though a
biblicist with strong training in the relevant Semitic languages would
also be considered. Any level of scholar, ABD or beyond, is welcome to
apply.
Scholars would be in close contact with faculty and doctoral students
in the Department of Religious Studies and would interact with
scholars from Duke University as well. If you know of anyone who might
be interested in learning of this opening, would you kindly forward
this message? Statements of interest should be directed via e-mail to
David Lambert (dalambe@email.unc.edu) with a CV attached. Materials
will be reviewed on an ongoing basis but should be received by March
31 to ensure full consideration.
Lecturer in Hebrew Bible/Old Testament
Reference: CE03589A
Closing Date: Monday, 4th April 2011
Job Type: Research & Teaching
Department: School of Humanities - Department of Theology & Religious Studies
Salary: £32620 to £43840 per annum (pro rata), depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance
This full-time, permanent post is available from 5 September 2011 and is open to job share
Applications are especially welcome from those whose interests lie in literary or theological approaches to the texts, or from those whose research is in the area of the Hebrew Bible and Second Temple Judaism.
The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Hebrew and Biblical Studies modules in Hebrew Bible/Old Testament, supervising postgraduate research and contributing to departmental administration.
Candidates will possess a PhD in the area of Hebrew Bible/Old Testament and will be able to demonstrate a good research record and potential in Hebrew Bible or Old Testament.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Karen Kilby, Head of Department, tel: +44 (0)115 951 5851 or email: karen.kilby@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
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Diane and Guilford Glazer and Lea and Allen Orwitz Teaching Fellow in
Modern Hebrew
The Fern and Manfred Steinfeld Program in Judaic Studies at the
University of Tennessee in Knoxville has an opening for a regular,
full-time lecturer in Modern Hebrew. Applicants are expected to have
a Ph. D. in Hebrew Language and Literature (ABD accepted) and native
or near-native ability in Hebrew.
Teaching Fellow is expected to teach three courses a semester, in
elementary Hebrew, intermediate Hebrew, and a literature course.
Appointment will be for August 2011, with renewal up to three years,
based on available funding and satisfactory performance.
Salary will be $40,000 plus benefits. Interested applicants should
contact Professor Gilya Schmidt at gschmidt@utk.edu, sending a
current c.v. with three references and a teaching philosophy.
Review of applications will begin March 21, 2011.
Chair in Biblical Studies
University of Sheffield - Department of Biblical Studies
Job Reference Number: UOS002267
Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Salary: Salary by negotiation, and within the Professorial Pay Scheme
Band Structure
Closing Date: 28 February 2011
Summary:
This Chair in Biblical Studies will also be accompanied by a four-year
appointment as Head of Department. You will therefore play a central
role in developing the future direction for the Department of Biblical
Studies which has a well established international reputation for the
critical study of the composition, transmission and reception of the
biblical texts. You will have a research profile and experience of
research leadership in keeping with the Department's research standing
and will affirm the importance of biblical studies as part of a
general humanities and theological education.
The Department was ranked joint fifth in the 2008 RAE and scored 24
out of 24 in the last QAA national review of teaching quality.
Candidates from any area of biblical studies are welcome to apply but
it is essential that the candidate has experience of interdisciplinary
research, has a research record in the reception history of biblical
texts and can demonstrate how biblical studies can be a driving force
for the humanities.
Employer Profile:http://www.jobs.ac.uk/enhanced/employer/university-of-sheffield/
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Summer Opportunity: Excavating Ancient Tiberias
The Tiberias excavations are located in the heart of the ancient city
of Tiberias, less than 1 km south of the modern city, just across the
street from the beautiful and historic Sea of Galilee.
Tiberias was founded in 19 C.E. by king Herod Antipas, the son of
Herod the Great, as the new capital of his kingdom. In spite of the
original objection of the Jews of Galilee to settle the new city,
named in honor of the Roman emperor Tiberius, it was not long before
Tiberias became the Jewish capital of the Galilee, rivaled only by its
sister-city, Sepphoris. Historical sources inform us of both pagan and
Christian communities struggling to find their place alongside the
Jewish community within the social and urban networks. Although
sources are mute regarding the political leadership in Tiberias during
the Byzantine period, some records, along with recently discovered
archaeological finds, point to a strong Christian community lead by
the bishop of the city.
The peaceful surrender of the city at the time of the Arab conquest,
guaranteed the residents of Tiberias fair treatment by the newly
established Islamic government. In fact, Tiberias reached its peak
during the Early Islamic period as the new capital of the province
Jund al-Urdunn, replacing Beth Shean, the capital of the
Roman-Byantine province of Palestina Secunda. Recent archaeological
excavations in and around the ancient city of Tiberias, have helped us
re-evaluate the centrality of the city during this period, indicating
that it may have been even more marvelous than previously realized.
The decline of Tiberias during the 11th century, until its final
destruction and relocation by the Crusaders to its present setting, is
likely due to a series of natural disasters and repeated rampages led
against the city by violent nomadic tribes.
Dozens of excavations have been carried out to date in and around the
modern city of Tiberias. The site on which our excavation focuses is
at the center of the ancient city. Previously excavated structures at
this location include a bathhouse complex, a basilical building, a
large colonnaded structure and what has been identified as the
foundations for the temple to the emperor Hadrian. It has recently
been suggested by the director of this project, Dr. Katia
Cytryn-Silverman, that the large colonnaded structure, originally
identified as a covered market, is none other than the city's
congregational mosque, comparable to other buildings of this type
found throughout the region, and modeled after the Great Mosque of
Damascus.
The main goal of our study is to better understand the layout and
phases of the colonnaded building in order to determine it usage and
character, while studying it in both its stratigraphic and urban
contexts. We aim to achieve this goal by utilizing the information
gained in past excavations, along with continual, meticulous field
work.
To date, four excavation seasons were conducted in the framework of
the new excavation project at Tiberias. Initial data was retrieved
prompting further research questions dealing with the building, its
phases and its urban context. These questions are the focus of our
work in the upcoming seasons. Special finds from the previous seasons
include: a mosaic floor, a large water cistern, Arabic inscriptions,
complete oil lamps, figurines, brass chains from which glass oil lamps
were suspended and hundreds of coins.
The staff is comprised of students and personnel from the Hebrew
University of Jerusalem. The work force consists of students and
volunteers from around the globe as well as local workers from the
Galilee. The volunteers (18 years and older) need no previous
experience in order to participate in an array of tasks related to the
archaeological field work: excavating, sifting, washing and reading of
the pottery, and registering the finds found in the excavation.
Volunteers are also provided with field trips to nearby sites as well
as lectures on topics related to the research prompting this
excavation.
The 2011 season will be four weeks long, beginning May 22 and
concluding on June 17. The work week is from Monday through Friday;
the work day begins at 5:00am and ends at 1:00pm, with field trips and
lectures during the afternoon and evening hours. The expedition will
be staying at the Aviv Hotel, a 10 minute walk from the site along the
promenade of the Sea of Galilee, and a five minute walk from the city
center of modern Tiberias. All rooms have a private bathroom, TV,
air-conditioning and a balcony. Single and double rooms are available,
as are camping options.
There is a non-refundable application fee of US$100, which should be
made payable to "The Israel Exploration Society". The cost for
participation is $1350 for half the season and $2550 for the entire
four weeks (camping options are also available). This sum covers room
and full board from Sunday evening check in through the end of the
work day on Friday, as well as all afternoon activities. The fee does
not include airfare to and from Israel or transportation within the
country; participants must make their own travel arrangements.
Students may arrange to receive academic credits through the Rothberg
International School of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (and
transfer the credits to their home institution). The cost is US$80 for
the application fee and US$120 per academic credit. Participants will
receive 2 credits for participation during half of the season and 4
credits for the entire season. The payment for the credits should be
made directly to the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Students opting
to receive academic credits must fulfill the requirements set by the
field school directors (attending all field trips and lectures, tasks
in the field and writing of an academic paper relating to the
project).
For more information, see our Directory listing or go to the website
at http://archaeology.huji.ac.il/Tiberias.
2011 Excavation List For Excavation In Israel Just Published
By Stephen Russell
Israel's Foreign Ministry posted a preliminary list of archaeological
excavations scheduled for 2011. The ministry updates the posting
periodically as new digs are notified to them. For ant one who wants
to dig in Israel this is a vital piece of information.
This list of archaeological expeditions which accept volunteers is
compiled by the Israel Foreign Ministry as a service to the public,
and is not an endorsement of any of the projects listed. The
excavation details below been published by the archaeologists in
charge of the individual expeditions, who bear responsibility for
their contents.
UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
SCHOOL OF PHILOSOPHY, THEOLOGY AND RELIGION
Lecturer in New Testament and Theology
Salary from £36,715 to £49,342 a year
The School of Philosophy, Theology and Religion, College of Arts and Law, University of Birmingham is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in New Testament and Theology. You will possess particular expertise in theology and biblical studies and how these relate to each other and to the study of religion/theology in the contemporary world. You will also have research experience at post-doctoral level, shown through a record of publications and have teaching experience at higher educational level. Ideally you will hold or be nearing completion of a PhD in New Testament Studies/Theology.
You will be required to provide advisory support for research, contribute to the design, development and delivery of programmes of study, and undertake research and administrative activities.
Closing date: 21st December 2010. Ref: 44432
To download the details and submit an electronic application online visit: www.hr.bham.ac.uk/jobs alternatively information can be obtained from 0121 415 9000.
Valuing excellence; sustaining investment 0171DH(93913)
The UCLA Center for Jewish Studies invites applications for the
Viterbi Visiting Professor in Mediterranean Jewish Studies during the
2011-12 academic year.
The position is open-rank, and we will
consider post-doctoral fellows as well as junior and senior
professors. The duration of the appointment will depend on rank, and
includes the prospect of a full-year postdoctoral appointment.
The successful candidate will be in residence at UCLA during the
tenure of the appointment and is expected to teach undergraduate and
graduate courses in his/her field of expertise. The candidate's
research could focus on any dimension of the experience of Jews,
including their interaction with other peoples and cultures, in the
Mediterranean basin.
A letter of application, along with a CV, names of three recommenders,
proposed length of stay at UCLA, and a list of prospective course
offerings, should be sent by email to:
Viterbi Professor Committee
UCLA Center for Jewish Studies
cjs@humnet.ucla.edu
Review of applications will begin December 13 and candidates will be
considered until the position is filled. For more information contact
cjs@humnet.ucla.edu.
Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary Announces
a Faculty Position in Hebrew Bible/Old Testament
and a Faculty Position in Theology
Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary has two faculty openings,
one in Hebrew Bible/Old Testament and one in Theology, both of which
are tenure-track positions and require a Ph.D. or comparable degree.
Candidates need to have both a heart for teaching and a vibrant and
critical love for the Church to sustain them in helping students
prepare for all the tasks of Christian ministry. Candidates of color
are particularly encouraged to apply.
Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary is a seminary of the
Presbyterian Church (USA) and has prepared students for ministry for
more than 150 years. As a theological school informed by the Reformed
tradition, the Seminary is committed to the ecumenical church and to
being a multicultural and anti-racist community of theological
scholarship and learning. We are looking for colleagues who share this
commitment, colleagues who can help us imagine ways of teaching and
living together in a world that is also diverse religiously.
Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary offers Master of
Divinity, Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, Master of
Arts (Religion), and Doctor of Ministry degrees, as well as a number
of dual-degree programs. A concentration in Black Church Studies is
possible in nearly all degree programs. The Seminary also offers
certificate programs in Black Church Studies, Pastoral Care and
Counseling Supervision, and lay ministry. Candidates should be
prepared to teach across all programs. Enjoyment of collegial
cooperation and conversation is a must.
Hebrew Bible/Old Testament:
We are seeking a colleague who enjoys teaching a range of biblical
courses including languages, introduction to Scripture, and exegesis,
as well as biblical electives. Beyond foundation courses, a colleague
can expect to teach electives according to his or her own interests
and expertise.
Theology Position:
We are seeking as a colleague a constructive theologian of wide
interests, whose energies are devoted to teaching and scholarship
which freshly and faithfully articulate Christian faith for the
contemporary world. While this position has a history of special focus
on philosophical theology, we are open to candidates whose
conversation partners bring a wide range of resources into dialogue
with theological questions.
Louisville Seminary follows EEO guidelines and Affirmative Action
procedures, and as a theological institution is committed to ever
increasing diversity in terms of gender, race, ethnicity, gender
identity, and denominational affiliation. Send resumes and a list of
at least three references to Dean David Hester, 1044 Alta Vista Road,
Louisville, KY 40205-1798. Review of applications will begin February
1, 2011 for an appointment beginning fall 2011.
Oriental Institute Job Posting: Post-Doctoral Scholar
The Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago invites
applications for the Oriental Institute’s Annual Post-Doctoral Scholar
Conference program for the 2011–2012 academic year. This is a
twelve-month, non-renewable appointment. The Post-Doctoral Scholar
will organize and conduct a two-day conference at the Oriental
Institute on key comparatively oriented theoretical or methodological
issues in the field of ancient studies (archaeological, text-based,
and/or art historical avenues of research). We encourage
cross-disciplinary proposals that deal with the ancient Near East
(including Egypt) or that compare the Near East with other cultural
areas. Applicants should take into consideration the research
interests represented at the Oriental Institute. The conference will
take place in early to mid March 2012. After the conference, the
Post-Doctoral Scholar will work with publication staff to assemble and
edit the proceedings for publication in the “Oriental Institute
Seminars” series. The incumbent is also encouraged to pursue his or
her own research while in residence and to interact with the Oriental
Institute community.
Information on past Oriental Institute Annual symposia can be viewed
at: http://oi.uchicago.edu/research/symposia/
Qualifications: Ph.D. in a discipline relating to ancient studies must
be complete at the time of appointment. Applicants should send:
5-page proposal outlining nature and structure of the conference
(including names and paper topics of six to eight key participants who
have agreed to make presentations, should the conference be funded)
curriculum vitae
3 letters of reference (these may be sent under separate cover)
Electronic submissions are welcome. Deadline for completed
applications is Friday, January 7th, 2011. Start date is September 1,
2011. Please send applications to:
Post-Doctoral Scholar Program
attn. Mariana Perlinac, Oriental Institute
University of Chicago
1155 East 58th St.
Chicago, IL 60637
Chief Curator, Oriental Institute Museum
The Oriental Institute, University of Chicago,
Chicago, Illinois
The University of Chicago’s Oriental Institute is an internationally
recognized research center for studying the archaeological and textual
record of the ancient Near East. A primary unit within the Institute
is its Museum, which houses over 300,000 registered objects from
across the Near East.
We seek applicants for the position of Chief Curator, who reports to
the Director of the Oriental Institute and is responsible for the
successful management of all museum operations, notably exhibits and
collections management. The ideal candidate combines museum
experience with a commitment to research and publication.
The Chief Curator interacts regularly with the Institute’s research
faculty, who serve as its governing board. Candidates must have
academic qualifications in a Near Eastern field of specialty, ideally
in one of the areas covered by the Oriental Institute’s collections
(Egypt, Nubia, Mesopotamia, Syria-Palestine, Anatolia, Iran).
Candidates must also have demonstrated leadership and project
management skills enabling them to conduct and supervise curatorial
tasks, exhibit development and grant writing. Based on the selected
applicant’s qualifications, a secondary academic appointment as
Research Associate in the Oriental Institute will be considered.
To apply for this position, please go to http://jobs.uchicago.edu,
create a profile and apply for requisition #085902.
Review of applications will begin on December 10, 2010.
Email inquiries can be directed to oi-administration@uchicago.edu with the subject heading "Chief Curator Search".
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.
Lecturer in New Testament Studies
Durham University - Department of Theology and Religion
Salary £29,853 - £43,840 per annum
The successful applicant will be expected to teach modules in New
Testament at undergraduate and taught postgraduate levels, to
supervise postgraduate research, to undertake outstanding research
leading to publications of international significance, and to play a
full part in the life of the department.
The university is an equal opportunities employer and acknowledges a
range of flexible working practices.
Closing Date: 12 November 2010.
Reference Number: 0477
Further details of the post and an application form are available on
our website (http://www.dur.ac.uk/jobs/) or telephone 0191 334 6499;
fax 091 334 6495
Job Description
The Department of Theology and Religion at Durham University has a
long-standing tradition of outstanding research and is widely
recognized as one of the leading departments in its field. In the 2008
Research Assessment Exercise it was ranked first in the UK, while its
teaching quality is shown in its consistently obtaining exceptionally
high rankings in both National Student Surveys and independent league
tables. Its strengths range across Biblical Studies (Old Testament,
New Testament, ancient Judaism, and Biblical languages), Christian
theology (Greek and Latin patristics, the history and theology of late
antiquity and the early middle ages, the Reformation, doctrinal and
philosophical theology, and theological ethics), and the study of
religion (the anthropology, sociology and psychology of religion). It
also has centres in Catholic Studies and Life and Death Studies, and
research projects in spirituality, theology and health, and faith and
globalization.The Department has a welcoming and collegial atmosphere,
and is beautifully sited between the Cathedral and the Castle on the
World Heritage Site in the centre of the city of Durham.
The current post arises from the retirement of Dr William Telford,
Senior Lecturer in New Testament, and applications are welcome from
those with research expertise in any area of New Testament studies.
Those who currently teach in the area include Professor John Barclay,
Professor Francis Watson, and Dr Lutz Doering, while many other staff
in the Department have cross-disciplinary research interests that
relate to the New Testament. There is a weekly research seminar in New
Testament, at which papers are presented by leading scholars from the
UK and abroad as well as by members of staff and research
postgraduates. More information about the Department is available at
http://www.dur.ac.uk/theology.religion/.
The successful applicant will be expected to teach modules in New
Testament at undergraduate and taught postgraduate levels, to
supervise postgraduate research, to undertake outstanding research
leading to publications of international significance, and to play a
full part in the life of the department.
The university is an equal opportunities employer and acknowledges a
range of flexible working practices.
Job Summary and Purpose:
The main features of the job will be:
a) to conduct outstanding research leading to publications of
international significance in the field of New Testament studies;
b) to teach at all undergraduate levels and at Masters level in
the field of New Testament Studies;
c) to attract and supervise research students (MA and PhD) in
New Testament studies;
d) to submit applications for externally-funded research grants;
e) to undertake administrative tasks in the Department of
Theology and Religion, as agreed with the Head of Department.
The postholder will be responsible to Dr Robert Song, Head of Department.
Responsibilities
The key responsibilities of the job will be in teaching (lecturing,
seminar leading, course organisation, marking, and dissertation
supervision), research (writing and publication) and administration,
within the team of staff constituting the Department of Theology and
Religion.
For appointment at Grade 8, candidates will need to provide evidence
of relevant teaching and supervising experience at university level
and a significant record of publications at international level.
The Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies (FTSR) at the University
of Lausanne invites applications for the following position :
Full professor or tenure-track position at the level of full professor
in Jewish Apocryphal Literature and History of Judaism in Antiquity
Entrיe en fonction: 01.06.2011 (negotiable)
Taux d'activitי: 100%
Lieu de travail: Lausanne (Dorigny)
Profil souhaitי:
- Ph.D. in history of religions, theology, ancient history,
classical philology, or its equivalent;
- internationally recognized competencies in the field of Jewish
apocryphal literature and good integration within scholarly networks;
- scholarly publications in the relevant fields;
- thorough knowledge of the history of Judaism in antiquity,
especially in the Hellenistic and Roman periods;
- excellent command of classical Hebrew, Aramaic, and classical or
post-classical Greek; competency in other Semitic and ancient Near
Eastern languages desirable;
- up to date conversance in historical and philological methods;
- familiarity with biblical studies and rabbinical literature is desired.
Description des tגches:
- research in the field of Jewish apocryphal literature and
history of ancient Judaism;
- participation in the editing of ancient texts at the
Swiss-French Institute for Biblical Studies;
- teaching at the bachelors and masters level in the field of
ancient Judaism, apocryphal literature and history;
- supervision of PhD students and participation in post-graduate formation
Although classes are to be conducted primarily in French, English
instruction during the first year is possible.
Dossier de candidature:
Please send 10 copies of the following: cover letter; CV; list of
publications and a copy of the relevant diplomas along with two copies
of your main publications, to the following address:
Prof. Pierre Gisel, Dean of the Faculty of Theology and Religious
Studies, Bגtiment Anthropole, Quartier Unil-Dorigny, CH-1015 Lausanne.
In addition, a pdf version of your cover letter, CV, and list of
publications should be emailed to Maritza.Erb@unil.ch.
Dיlai de candidature:
31.12.2010
Information :
Professor Pierre Gisel, Dean of the FTSR, Pierre.Gisel@unil.ch
Professor Christophe Nihan, Director of the Swiss-French Institute
for Biblical Studies, christophe.nihan@unil.ch
Maritza Erb, Administrator of the FTSR, Maritza.Erb@unil.ch
In keeping with the commitment to promoting gender equality in the
Academy, the University especially welcomes applications from female
candidates.
Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies (FTSR)
http://www.unil.ch/FTSR/
Swiss-French Institute for Biblical Studies (IRSB)
http://www.unil.ch/irsb
Research Assistant for the Department of Ancient Near Eastern Art
The Metropolitan Museum of Art (to start December 2010)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is seeking a candidate with graduate
level experience in the art and archaeology of the ancient Near East
to fill the position of Research Assistant in the Department of
Ancient Near Eastern Art.
Primary Responsibilities and Specific Duties:
The Research Assistant supports the curatorial staff of the
Department. General duties include the management of departmental
database projects (TMS) as well as some provenance research under the
guidence of curatorial staff.
The Research Assistant will be responsible for management of updating
and standardization of existing records and execution of new data
entry on TMS; maintaining departmental files and location cards
relating to the collection. They will also be expected to complete
research on provenance information for objects in the collection.
Requirements and Experience:
The successful candidate must have strong computer skills and possess
the ability to maintain precise and careful records. They must also
have the ability and personality to work closely with all staff within
the Department and with colleagues throughout the Museum as well as in
the academic community. A graduate level study of art history and
archaeology of the ancient Near East is required for this position. A
working knowledge of German, French and other relevant languages for
research is also important.
The Research Assistant is full-time and includes full benefits. Salary
will be commensurate with experience. Please send cover letter,
resume, and names of references, to:
employoppty@metmuseum.org as a word attachment only with the
position title in the subject line.
The Department of Near Eastern Studies at Cornell University seeks
applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professorship in Ancient
Near Eastern Studies.
Applicants with expertise in Syro-Mesopotamian
languages, literatures, history, and/or archaeology and a minor field
in Egyptology or West Semitics are preferred. The ability to
complement the department’s existing curriculum in Hebrew Bible is
highly desirable; a record of teaching excellence, a strong research
program, and a Ph.D. are required.
Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a
representative writing sample, and three letters of recommendation to
Professor Kim Haines-Eitzen, Search Committee, Department of Near
Eastern Studies, 409 White Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853. The deadline for
receipt of applications is November 15, 2010. Cornell University is
an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and educator. Women
and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
Tenure-track assistant professor in Ancient
Judaism
The Robert A. and Sandra S. Borns Program in Jewish Studies - Indiana University
The Robert A. and Sandra S. Borns Program in Jewish Studies invites
applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Ancient
Judaism. Ph.D. or equivalent required. Applicants should
demonstrate engagement with the critical study of post-biblical,
Second Temple Judaism and/or the classical texts of early rabbinic
history and culture. The successful applicant must maintain ongoing
research, a record of creative and effective teaching, and an active
professional profile. Teaching obligations will extend from
introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses to graduate
training at the master's and doctoral levels.
Applications received prior to November 1, 2010 will be assured full
consideration. Applicants can anticipate the possibility of a
preliminary interview at the annual meeting of the Society of Biblical
Literature (November 18-21 in Atlanta) or the annual meeting of the
Association for Jewish Studies (December 19-21 in Boston).
Applicants must mail a cover letter, C.V., a writing sample, and a
dossier with at least three letters of recommendation to:
Ancient Judaism Search Committee
The Robert A. and Sandra S. Borns Program in Jewish Studies
1011 E. Third Street, Goodbody Hall 326
Indiana University, Bloomington, IN 47405-2601
Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Indiana University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer.
Visiting Assistant Professor in Hebrew
Bible
Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion,
Los Angeles
Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Los Angeles,
invites applications for a full-time, three-year position, renewable
for an additional two years, as Visiting Assistant Professor in Hebrew
Bible, to start July 2011. We seek candidates with a Ph.D. in Biblical
Studies. Candidates who have expertise in some specific biblical
corpora, particularly in the Torah/Pentateuch or prophetic literature,
or those well versed in the history of interpretation, are especially
welcome. Broad knowledge of the Jewish tradition and its texts, as
well as proficiency in Hebrew, is essential. Responsibilities include
teaching and mentoring students at the graduate level in the School of
Rabbinic Studies, the Rhea Hirsch School of Education, and the Edgar
F. Magnin School of Graduate Studies, as well as teaching
undergraduates through the Jerome H. Loucheim School, which serves as
the University of Southern California's Judaic studies program. While
the candidate need not be affiliated with the Reform Movement, all
HUC-JIR faculty members are expected to participate in the communal
and religious life of a Reform Jewish seminary and the Jewish
community.
The completed application is due no later than November 30, 2010 and
should include: a cover letter; curriculum vitae; one or more
published articles and/or chapters of a dissertation; and three
letters of recommendation (which can arrive separately). Send
materials to Dr. Joshua Holo, Dean, HUC-JIR, 3077 University Avenue,
Los Angeles, CA 90007-3796. Questions may be directed to Dr. Tamara
Eskenazi at teskenazi@huc.edu
Smart Family Professor of Judaic
Studies
Duke University - Durham
Duke University invites applications or nominations of senior scholars
for appointment to the position of Smart Family Professor of Judaic
Studies to begin Fall 2011. We will consider candidates from a wide
range of academic disciplines in the humanities, social sciences and
professional fields.
The University seeks candidates with comprehensive training in Jewish
religious traditions and history who can teach broadly within and
beyond their area of specialization. The holder of the Smart
Professorship will play a major role in the flourishing
interdisciplinary research culture at Duke, contributing to the
University's high quality undergraduate teaching, complementing our
existing graduate program strengths, and directing MA and PhD students
in his or her field of study. The successful candidate will meet the
standards in published scholarship, teaching excellence, and
outstanding national and international stature appropriate for
appointment as a distinguished Professor. Duties include teaching a
range of lower and upper division undergraduate courses and graduate
courses, research, advising, curriculum development, and a commitment
to public scholarship.
Applications should include a cover letter indicating the candidate's
interest in the position, a curriculum vitae, and names of three
referees. The committee prefers that applications be delivered
electronically to nhurtgen@duke.edu. Applications submitted by mail
should be directed to Chair of the Smart Professorship Search
Committee, Department of Religion, Box 90964, Duke University, Durham,
NC 27708-0964. Applications received by December 1, 2010 will be
guaranteed full consideration, but the search will continue until the
position is filled. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to
apply. Duke University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer
Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies
The University of Pennsylvania
The Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations in the
School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania
anticipates making a full-time, tenure-track appointment in the field
of Biblical Studies at the
rank of Assistant Professor, to begin in Fall 2011.
The position is open to all scholars whose primary focus is on the
Bible and Israelite history and religion. Because of the long
association at Penn between Biblical Studies and Ancient Near Eastern
Studies, candidates should possess a strong background in Northwest
Semitic languages and ancient Mesopotamian culture in addition to that
of the Bible.
Candidates should be familiar with the ancient and medieval history of
Biblical interpretation and modern Biblical scholarship. The
successful candidate will be expected to play an active role in Penn’s
Jewish Studies Program.
Prospective candidates should obtain a Ph.D. degree by August 2011 and
have a firm and continuing commitment to both research and teaching.
The teaching obligations of the post will consist of offering four
courses per year (both
undergraduate and graduate levels), including specialized courses
based on texts in the original languages as well as more general
courses taught in translation. The holder of this position will also
be responsible for
supervising language courses in Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic.
Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2010, and the
process will continue until the position is filled.
Submit applications on-line at facultysearches.provost.upenn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=50814
and
include an up-to-date curriculum vitae, one sample publication, a
statement of research interests, and the names and contact information
of three individuals who will provide a letter of recommendation.
The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to
apply.
2009-2010
Job opportunities—SBL Listings
Please check the following link for the latest listings of positions in biblical and religious studies (including Hebrew Bible and Second Temple Judaism). Many of these listings have Fall deadlines and a number of search committees will be conducting interviews at the upcoming SBL meeting in November.
See individual announcements for details: http://www.sbl-site.org/careercenter/jobs.aspx.
Senior Lecturer in Hebrew Bible and Jewish Studies
Ref: HRMS/09205
Type: Academic
Department: Theology and Religious Studies
Salary: £34,607 - £43,840 per annum
Closing date: 22 July 2010
Job details
Applications are invited for the post of Senior Lecturer in Hebrew
Bible and Jewish Studies. We intend to appoint for commencement not
later than 1 January 2011.
You will have a PhD in biblical studies, and experience in teaching,
supervision, module development and programme leadership in higher
education. You will be able to contribute academic leadership in
biblical studies, and will be an active researcher with strong
research-based publications. We hope you will also be able to
contribute to undergraduate teaching in Jewish Studies, and will have
additional expertise in a field such as: Bible and Film, Bible and
Art, Bible and Culture, Bible and Popular Culture, Bible and Critical
Theory.
Our Department of Theology and Religious Studies enjoys growing renown
for excellence in research and teaching, with particular, but not
exclusive, reference to religions in the contemporary world. Our ethos
is collegiate and ambitious.
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University of Chester
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Professor of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures (Aramaic, Syriac, Arabic)
The Institute for the Study of the Ancient World, New York University,
seeks to make an appointment (tenured or tenure-track, rank open) of a
wide-ranging scholar in the languages, literatures, and cultures of
the Near East in the Roman, Late Antique, and early Islamic periods.
The principal areas of interest should be in the Semitic languages
(Aramaic, Syriac, and Arabic, in particular) rather than in Greek, but
specialization is less important than broad interests and connections
with neighboring regions and cultures. We seek individuals of
scholarly distinction whose work will benefit from freedom from
departmental structures and who will be stimulated by working closely
with colleagues in other disciplines, approaches, periods, or
geographical areas and who are committed to helping develop the
intellectual life of such a community. Applicants with a history of
interdisciplinary exchange are particularly welcome. The Institute's
graduate program emphasizes individual supervision and research
seminars. The faculty is involved in choosing a group of visiting
researchers each year.
Applications (letter, curriculum vitae, and list of referees) should
be made through the NYU online system at
www.nyuopsearch.com. Review of
candidates will begin on November 1, 2010. For questions, please email
Ms. Kathryn Lawson at kathryn.lawson@nyu.edu. New York University is
an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLICATIONS in Princeton, New Jersey SEARCH REOPENED
The primary responsibilities of the Director of Publications
include the overall direction and management of the
Publications Office; overseeing the assignments of the
editorial staff and freelance editors and designers; working
with excavation directors and authors to develop and produce
assigned monographs; collaborating with the Editor of
Hesperia; overseeing marketing and distribution; negotiating
financial arrangements with printers and fulfillment agencies;
investigating alternative sources of funding for publications;
and exploring and developing new avenues--digital or
other--for American School publications.
The Director is also expected to oversee staff in the
Publications Office; write regularly scheduled performance
reviews; create and administer an annual departmental budget;
prepare regular reports for the American School Managing
Committee, Board of Trustees, and Committee on Publications;
and maintain and expand the American School Publications web
page. The Director works closely with the chair of the
Committee on Publications and reports to the chair of the
Managing Committee.
Requirements: BA degree, with an advanced degree preferred;
at least five years managerial experience in a publishing
environment; background in classical archaeology, Classics,
ancient art, or a related field preferred; and demonstrated
knowledge of digital publishing and current trends in
scholarly communication.
Alongside archaeological exploration, teaching, and research,
publication is one of the core missions of the American School
of Classical Studies at Athens. Since its founding in 1881,
the American School has published almost 250 books. These
include major reports and studies on material culture
recovered during excavations at the Athenian Agora, Ancient
Corinth, and other sites that are essential reference works
for all scholars of the ancient world. Since 1932, the
American School has also published the award-winning quarterly
journal Hesperia, one of the leading periodicals in the field.
The increasingly digital nature of scholarship is transforming
the nature of publication in this field, and the Director of
Publications contributes to institution-wide initiatives to
support new modes of scholarly communication.
The position is full-time, beginning as soon as is mutually
convenient. Excellent benefits, pleasant working conditions in
the Princeton, New Jersey Publications Office, occasional
travel to Greece, and salary commensurate with experience.
Application review will begin as of April 14, 2010 and
continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants
should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and at least two
letters of recommendation to:
Professor Jane Carter
Committee on Publications
American School of Classical Studies at Athens
6-8 Charlton Street
Princeton, NJ 08540
The University of Vienna announces the position of a:
Visiting Professor
at the Department of Near Eastern Studies.
For more information please click here: http://www.univie.ac.at/rektorenteam/ug2002/entwicklungs plan.html,
JOB VACANCY at University College London
Research Associate linked to ERC-funded project “By the Rivers of
Babylon: New Perspectives on Second Temple Judaism from Cuneiform
Texts”
Job Description
We are looking for a post-doctoral Research Associate in the general
area of Second Temple Judaism to participate in an ERC-funded project
that aims to bring together scholars from the field of Assyriology
(Neo-Babylonian studies) and Biblical Studies in order to conduct a
comparative study of the Second Temple of Jerusalem and the Babylonian
temples in Mesopotamia. The focus of the project will be on the
professional, social and intellectual world of the priesthood.
We wish to recruit somebody who is able to carry out independent
research in Second Temple Judaism, while working together with
specialists from the field of Assyriology on a joint research project.
The post-holder will also be required to do a moderate amount of
teaching in the History Department (up to 2 hours contact time per
week).
We require applicants to have a PhD in Ancient Judaism or Biblical
Studies, specialising in the Second Temple period. We seek applicants
with a good command of Biblical texts, Rabbinical and other early
Jewish sources, and who adopt a historical approach to these texts. We
especially encourage applicants who have published on the priesthood,
the temple cult, learned writings, or any other subject connected to
the temple and its infrastructure.
This is a full-time post funded for 4 years starting from 1 September
2010. The salary will be in the range of £31,778-38,441 including
London weighting, with annual increments.
Research
The Department has a very well-developed research culture and the
successful candidate will be expected to pursue and publish research
of the highest quality within the specified field. In the last
Research Assessment Exercise carried out by the UK government (2008),
40% of our research was classified as world-leading and a further 25%
as internationally excellent. This result placed us equal with
Cambridge and ahead of Oxford.
Undergraduate and Graduate Teaching
We believe strongly that high-quality teaching is linked to research,
and members of staff are given considerable freedom to design courses
relating to their specialist research interests. The post-holder
would be asked to develop an undergraduate half-unit (one-term) course
to be taught during their second and third years at UCL.
UCL History Department
The History Department is unusual in that its academic staff cover the
whole period from the Ancient Near East through the Graeco-Roman
world, medieval and early modern Europe (including Britain) to the
modern era in Britain, Europe and the Americas – the United States,
Latin America and the Caribbean. Our historians work in all fields of
history, with departmental specialisms in intellectual and cultural
history, history of the Ancient Near East, British imperial history
and history of the Americas. In both our teaching and research, we
encourage comparative thinking.
The Department’s permanent staff currently consists of nine
Professors, including two Fellows of the British Academy, three
Readers (equivalent of Associate Professor) and fourteen Lecturers or
Senior Lecturers. We have about 450 students, including 40-50
visiting study abroad students and over 100 graduate students. Most
undergraduates take a BA in History, and we also offer Ancient
History, History with a European Language and History with a Year
Abroad. Our taught masters degrees are MA in History, MA in European
History, MA in Ancient History, MA in Medieval and Renaissance
Studies, MA in Dutch Golden Age and MA in Intellectual History and the
History of Political Thought.
The Department is based in four fine mid-Victorian town houses.
Please note that their design may pose difficulties for individuals
whose mobility is impaired. Any such applicants should contact the
Departmental Administrator, Mrs Helen Matthews, to discuss access
issues (helen.matthews@ucl.ac.uk).
UCL and Bloomsbury
UCL was founded in 1828 for students who were not practising Anglicans
and who were, therefore, barred from entry to Oxford or Cambridge.
UCL was also the first university in the country to admit women. It
was the original University of London and although it is still
formally part of the federation that is the current University of
London, UCL is to all intents and purposes an independent university,
which makes its own appointments and promotions and awards its own
degrees. Currently it has more than 22,000 students and 3,600
academic staff.
UCL is a multi-faculty institution, located in central London, in the
Bloomsbury area. Bloomsbury offers a unique concentration of research
resources for history of all periods and types: the British Library
and the British Museum are all within easy walking distance, as are
the libraries of the School of Advanced Studies, which includes the
Institute of Historical Research, the Institute for the Study of the
Americas and the Warburg Institute. Paris and Brussels are now less
than 3 hours away by Eurostar train from the nearby St Pancras
terminal.
Applications
In addition to the standard information to be supplied on UCL’s online
application system, please use attachment facility to supply the
following items:
1. a cv, including list of publications, summary of teaching
experience and indication of language competencies (maximum 5 pages).
This should form one attachment.
The following items should be attached in a single document:
2. a letter of application (maximum length 2 pages)
3. a statement of the intellectual significance of your research to
date (maximum 2 pages)
4. a statement of future research plans (maximum 2 pages)
In addition, please arrange for two academic referees to write
confidentially to the recruitment panel, c/o Mrs Helen Matthews,
Department of History, UCL, Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT. References
must be signed and sent in hard copy, not as email attachments.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 17th February 2010.
To apply, please go to www.ucl.ac.uk/hr/jobs OR
https://atsv7.wcn.co.uk/search_engine/jobs.cgi?owner=5041178&ownertype=fair&jcode=1126148
Shortlisting will take place in late February and interviews will be
held in mid-March. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to send a
sample of written work.
Further information
More information about the History Department can be found on our website: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/history
For enquiries about the application process, contact Helen Matthews:
helen.matthews@ucl.ac.uk.
For informal academic enquiries contact the project PI, Dr Caroline
Waerzeggers: c.waerzeggers@let.vu.nl
The ASOR staff The American Schools of Oriental Research (ASOR)
invites applications and/or nominations for a Director of
Subscription, Membership, and Publication Services.
Founded in 1900 and celebrating is 110th year, ASOR (see
http://www.asor.org) is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that
supports and encourages the study of the peoples and cultures of the
Near East, from the earliest times to the present. It is apolitical
and has no religious affiliation. The primary responsibility for the
position will be the oversight and coordination of ASOR's
subscriptions, memberships, and publications (including related
sections of ASOR's website). Each year ASOR publishes two quarterly
journals (Bulletin of the American Schools of Oriental Research
[BASOR] and Near Eastern Archaeology [NEA]), one annual journal
(Journal of Cuneiform Studies [JCS]), and approximately three books.
ASOR memberships include subscriptions to some or all of the journals.
Revenues from subscriptions and memberships account for about 35% of
ASOR's annual $1,000,000 budget.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and
growing this revenue stream. In addition, the person will be
responsible for providing administrative support to the independent
editors for ASOR's journals and books. He or she will oversee several
graduate assistants and student workers, collaborate with and support
independent editors, and work with volunteer committee members. The
successful candidate will report directly to ASOR's executive
director. He or she will be expected to travel once per year to ASOR's
annual meeting. The successful candidate will be expected to have a
bachelor's degree (master's degree is preferred) and must have
excellent communication and interpersonal skills. It is anticipated
this person will have a minimum of 3 years of related experience in
publications and/or subscription fulfillment. Knowledge of non-profit
structures and memberships is helpful but not required. The successful
candidate must have the ability to exercise good judgment with minimal
supervision and be able to implement and refine ASOR's strategic plan
for the area. The person must also have the ability to use discretion,
sensitivity, and tact in all professional interactions as well as a
willingness to pitch in where needed to accomplish organizational
goals. The person must have strong computer skills, proficiency in
Microsoft Office, and the ability to master ASOR's database software.
It is strongly preferred that the candidate understands web design and
have creative ideas about the use of the internet for the area. The
position is full-time, and compensation is competitive.
As a small, non-profit business in Massachusetts, ASOR does not
provide health benefits. Annual compensation increases will be
determined in part by meeting or exceeding the goals for the position
and the organization. Review of applications will begin on May 17,
2010 and continue until the position is filled. Applications should
consist of a letter of application that outlines the candidate's
interest in the position and his or her qualifications, a resume, and
a list of 3-4 references. Applications and supporting materials should
be sent to Dr. Andy Vaughn, Executive Director, ASOR, 656 Beacon
Street, 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02215. Email: asored@bu.edu. Telephone:
617-353-6574. Fax: 617-353-6575. Electronic (PDF or Word) applications
are strongly preferred.
CLASSICAL HEBREW LANGUAGE AND BIBLICAL LITERATURE (PVL #64493)
The Department of Hebrew and Semitic Studies at the University of
Wisconsin-Madison invites applications for a tenure-track position at
the assistant professor level, starting August, 2011. Ph.D. required.
Area of specialization: classical Hebrew in its Northwest Semitic
context. Teaching duties include advanced and graduate level courses
in Hebrew and Semitic languages, epigraphy, and texts (including
biblical literature), undergrad courses in Hebrew Bible (in
translation), and supervision of the undergrad Biblical Hebrew
program. Evidence of teaching excellence and scholarly production are
crucial. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information
regarding the applicants must be released upon request. Finalists
cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply. UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer. A background check may be required prior to
employment.
Send two hard copies of a cover letter, a CV, three letters of
recommendation, official undergraduate and graduate school transcripts
to: Search Committee Chair/1346 Van Hise Hall/ 1220 Linden Dr./
Madison, WI 53706-1558. Candidates may also submit a writing sample
of up to 30 pages. Deadline for applications is August 15, 2010.
For inquiries, please contact brenner@wisc.edu
Subject: short term post-doctoral position at the University of Oxford
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Part-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant
BOARDS OF THE FACULTIES OF CLASSICS AND ORIENTAL STUDIES
Grade 7: Salary: £28,983.00 - £35,646.00 p.a. (pro rata)
The Reflectance Transformation Imaging Systems for Ancient Documentary
Artefacts (RTISAD) project is seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral
Research Assistant for a three-quarter-time, nine-month fixed-term
post from 1 June 2010 or as soon as possible thereafter. The project
is funded by an Arts and Humanities Research Council Grant under the
Digital Equipment and Database Enhancement for Impact scheme.The
person appointed will be responsible for organising a trial programme
of photographing ancient documentary material using the Reflectance
Transformance Imaging systems built by the project. Applicants should
have a completed D.Phil, Ph.D or equivalent, together with a
competence in cuneiform studies, and/or Greek and Latin papyrology and
epigraphy, or another related discipline and have proven IT skills.
Applications consisting of a curriculum vitae, a covering letter and a
personal details form, including the names and addresses of two
referees, should be sent to Recruitment, Faculty of Classics, Ioannou
Centre for Classical and Byzantine Studies, 66 St Giles’, Oxford OX1
3LU (email: recruitment@classics.ox.ac.uk). Please arrange for your
referees to send their references to the above address by the closing
date. The personal details form and the further particulars are
available for download from the Classics Faculty website
(http://www.classics.ox.ac.uk/faculty/jobs/index.asp). Please quote
reference BE10005 on the personal details form.
The deadline for applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 19 May 2010. No
applications will be accepted after this date. It is expected that
interviews of short-listed applicants will be held within three weeks
of the closing date.
The University of Melbourne
The Faculty of Arts wishes to appoint a distinguished academic as Head
of the School of Historical and Philosophical Studies. The successful
applicant will have a strong research and teaching record and a proven
track record in leadership in one of the disciplines of the School
being - archaeology, Australian studies, classics, history, history
and philosophy of science, philosophy, or cultural materials
conservation.
Full details can be found at this website
Fellow in Old Testament Studies
Reference Number: 00094-2
Location: Main Campus (Gilmorehill)
Faculty/ Services: Faculty of Arts
Department: 180 Theology and Religious Studies
Job Family: Research & Teaching
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: £25,623 - £28,839 (grade 6)
Job Purpose
To actively contribute to teaching on established programmes in
Biblical Studies, to undertake research and administration as directed
by the Head of Dept.
This post is for a duration of two years.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. Contribute, as a member of the Biblical Studies team, to the
organization and teaching of established taught masters and
undergraduate programmes in Old Testament.
2. Contribute to the research strategy of the Dept through active
participation in corporate initiatives including the preparation of
grant applications and funding bids.
3. To offer occasional research assistance to Dr Yvonne Sherwood as
directed by the HoD.
4. To work towards establishing an excellent personal research profile.
5. Supervise individual student projects and assist with dificulties,
e.g. learning and support problems
6. Contribute to the development of the curriculum in a manner that
supports a research led approach to student learning
7. Engage in Professional Development as appropriate
8. Participate fully in the assessment process (using a variety of
methods and techniques) and provide effective, timely and appropriate
feedback to students to support their learning.
9. Undertake departmental administration as requested and supported by the HoD.
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Essential
1 - A good first degree and PhD in subject related area.
2 - Emerging research profile.
3 - Comprehensive and up to date knowledge of research within subject area.
4 - An interdisciplinary approach to research and teaching in biblical studies.
Desirable
1 - Ability to make personal contribution to Departmental specialisms
in research and teaching. These include: dialogue between religions,
contemporary critical theory, religion in relation to literature and
the arts, religion and contemporary society.
2 - Ability to teach Hebrew at all levels.
3 - Ability to teach Judaism.
Skills
Essential
1 - Excellent Communication skills both orally and written.
2 - Good interpersonal skills.
C - Time/project management skills.
4 - Ability to work as part of a team.
5 - Ability to work with little supervision.
Experience
1 - Teaching experience in a Higher Education context.
Job Features
Planning and Organising
Reactive - Daily queries from departmental staff and students
Plan and organise administrative duties on an ongoing basis
Decision making
Prioritize own work
Experimental Design of research and teaching resources
Choice of journals and publishing houses for research and conferences to attend
Internal/External Relationships
Internal
Head of Dept for exchanging information, research strategy, teaching
and learning strategy
Students to advise, motivate and support
Academic Support Services for appropriate advice and exchanging information
Student Support Services for exchange of information, refer and support students
External
Grant funding bodies (income generation)
Journals (publishing)
Problem Solving
Act as first point of contact for problems/enquiries from students involved in area of teaching/research
Salary will be on the University’s Research and Teaching Grade, level 6, £25,623 - £28,839 per annum.
This post is for a duration of two years.
Interviews will be held on week commencing 11th January 2010.
The successful applicant (if aged under 60) will be eligible to join
the Universities’ Superannuation Scheme. Further information regarding
the scheme is available from the Superannuation Officer, who is also
prepared to advise on questions relating to the transfer of
Superannuation benefits.
All research and related activities, including grants, donations,
clinical trials, contract research, consultancy and commercialisation
are required to be managed through the University’s relevant processes
(e.g. contractual and financial), in accordance with the University
Court’s policies.
Assistant or Associate Professor of Hebrew and Near Eastern Cultures
The School of International Letters & Cultures (SILC) at Arizona State
University seeks to appoint an experienced assistant professor or a
tenured associate professor of Hebrew Studies and Near Eastern
Cultures beginning in the fall of 2010. Applications will be accepted
from candidates whose scholarship focuses on the Late Bronze Age to
Late Antiquity, including the Hebrew Bible, Second Temple, and/or
Early Judaism. The individual hired will teach undergraduate and
graduate students in the trans-disciplinary environment of the School.
Teaching load is two courses per semester.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in an area of Near Eastern studies or
related discipline; demonstrably successful teaching experience;
proven excellence in research and publication; and knowledge of one or
more classical languages. Ability and desire to teach biblical Hebrew
required. Desired qualifications include demonstrated research
interest in Hellenistic Jewish literature and ability to read modern
academic Hebrew.
Send letter of application, complete CV, three letters of
recommendation, sample syllabi and a scholarly writing sample to:
Hebrew and Near Eastern Cultures Search Committee, c/o Robert Joe
Cutter, Director, School of International Letters & Cultures, PO Box
870202, ASU, Tempe, AZ 85287-0202. All materials except for letters of
recommendation must be sent also electronically to:
SILC-Hebrew@asu.edu.
Application deadline is December 31, 2009 and every week thereafter
until position is filled. Review of complete applications will begin
immediately and continue until search is closed.
A background check is required for employment. Arizona State
University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer
committed to excellence through diversity. Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply.
December 15, 2009
Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
announces its continuing search for a tenure-track position in Rabbinics and Hebrew Bible.
The successful candidate will demonstrate primary research expertise in Rabbinic literature, including Midrash and Targum, as well as Talmud. Some familiarity with early Christian literature is expected as is the ability to teach Mishnaic Hebrew and Targumic Aramaic. The successful candidate will begin this tenure-track position in Fall, 2010.
Responsibilities include teaching five courses per academic year. Graduate teaching includes courses in Rabbinics and in the Hebrew Bible. Undergraduate teaching includes introductory courses in the Bible and the upper division classes, Jewish Thought and Practice and the Bible in the Jewish Community.
Candidates must support the Catholic and Jesuit ideals and mission of the University, have an earned Ph.D. Or its equivalent with expertise in Rabbinics and Hebrew bible, and demonstrated potential for teaching excellence and high quality research. Teaching experience is desirable. Candidates should include a statement of their plans for research/scholarship and publication.
All applications for this position must be received through Marquette University ’s electronic recruiting system. Please attach a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae to the application: https://careers.marquette.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52381. In addition, candidates should have official transcripts of the highest degree, three confidential letters of recommendation, and a sample publication mailed to Dr Susan Wood, Chair, Department of Theology, Coughlin 100, P.O. Box 1881 , Marquette University, Milwaukee , WI 53201-1881 . Review of applications will begin 15 December 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.
Faculty Recruiting
The Department of West Asian Languages & Cultures
College of Foreign Languages
Peking University
Beijing, China
Open Positions:
The Department of West Asian Languages & Culture is seeking candidates
for a full-time position in Hebrew Teaching. We are in search of
candidates with excellent teaching skills and research potential.
Responsibilities will include development of applied and
interdisciplinary ourses at the undergraduate and graduate level. The
successful applicant will be expected to continue an active research
program supported in part by external funding.
Requirements:
Applicants should have outstanding records in Ph.D. programs and at
least four years of experience in a postdoctoral or teaching position.Excellence records in teaching are essential. Skillful application of
teaching equipments & techniques is required. The age limit for the professor position is under 50, the associate professor 45, and the
lecturer 40.
Salary Packages:
The holders of different positions are paid differently and enjoy
slightly different benefits. The position the successful applicants
gets depends on the applicant’s qualification, which will be evaluated
by the academic committees of the college and of the university over
the course of the application. The salary for the initial appointment
can vary from approximately 5000 to 8000 RMB (Chinese Yuan), including
a monthly ubsidy of 1200 RMB for housing. In addition, the successful
applicant will be granted a research fund of 30,000 RMB to start with.
The first appointment ends in three years, and can be renewed or
turned into a permanent position upon agreement if the holder of the
position meets all the requirements with satisfaction of his or her
students and colleagues.
The holder of the position will enjoy medical insurance, but no
pension benefits. Apartments for rent will be provided by the
university, which are within easy reach of the campus. The monthly
subsidy for housing will cover approximately the sum he or she will
have to pay for such an apartment.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following documents to Weiya Yu ywy@pku.edu.cn AND Yidan Wang yidan@pku.edu.cn :
Curriculum Vitae
Research Statement
Teaching Statement(s) (optional)
Publication List
pre/reprints (optional)
Official peer teaching evaluations (optional)
Official student teaching evaluations (optional)
Faculty Recruiting
The Department of West Asian Languages & Cultures
College of Foreign Languages
Peking University
Beijing, China
Open Positions:
The Department of West Asian Languages & Culture is seeking candidates
for full-time positions in Modern Hebrew Literature Teaching Research . We are in search of candidates with excellent teaching
skills and research potential. Responsibilities will include
development of applied and interdisciplinary courses at the
undergraduate and graduate level. The successful applicant will be
expected to continue an active research program supported in part by
external funding.
Requirements:
Applicants should have outstanding records in Ph.D. programs, and at
least four years experience in a postdoctoral or teaching position.
Outstanding achievements in research and interdisciplinary experience
are necessary. Excellent records in teaching are essential. Skillful application of teaching equipments & techniques is required. The age
limit for professor position is under 50, the associated professor 45, and the lecturer 40.
Salary Packages:
The holders of different positions are paid differently and enjoy
slightly different benefits. The position the successful applicants
gets depends on the applicant’s qualification, which will be evaluated
by the academic committees of the college and of the university over
the course of the application. The salary for the initial appointment
can vary from approximately 5000 to 8000 RMB (Chinese Yuan), including
a monthly subsidy of 1200 RMB for housing. In addition, the successful
applicant will be granted a research fund of 30,000 RMB to start with.
The first appointment ends in three years, and can be renewed or
turned into a permanent position upon agreement if the holder of the position meets all the requirements with satisfaction of his or her
students and colleagues.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following documents to Weiya Yu ywy@pku.edu.cn AND Yidan
Wang yidan@pku.edu.cn :
Curriculum Vitae
Research Statement
Teaching Statement(s) (optional)
Publication List
pre/reprints (optional)
Official peer teaching evaluations (optional)
Official student teaching evaluations (optional)
The Faculty of Theology of the Georg-August-Universitat Gottingen announces a position as Research Fellow/Academic Fellow in Qumran Studies (wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin/wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter) starting April 1, 2010. This is a two-year appointment with a regular weekly work-load of 39,8 hrs. A further renewal for three additional years is possible after a successful evaluation. In this case there will be a reduced weekly workload and additional financial support from extra-University sources (Drittmittel). The duties of the research fellow consist of the acquisition of external-funding for a project, chosen and administrated by the successful candidate. The topic has to be Qumran-Studies and more particular the biblical manuscripts and/or biblical quotations among the Dead Sea Scrolls. The fellow is further expected to teach one 2hrs course each semester within the Faculty of Theology. The language of instruction can be German or English. The position is housed under the umbrella of the Centrum Orbis Orientalis, a centre jointly funded by the University and the Gottingen Academy of Science. A close co-operation with the Department of Hebrew Bible/Old Testament as well as with the Institute for Qumran-Studies of the Faculty of Theology and the research-projects of the Academy such as edition of the Septuagint (Septuagintaunternehmen) and the Qumran-Dictionary is expected. The successful candidate will have completed his doctorate (Dr. theol., Dr. phil, PhD) with a concentration in Qumran-Studies or ancient Judaism in one of the following subjects: Hebrew Bible/Old Testament, New Testament, Judaic or Religious Studies. The Georg-August-Universitat Gottingen is an equal opportunities employer and actively seeks to increase the number of women on its faculty. Qualified women are especially invited to apply. Persons with disabilities will be given preference when equally qualified. The university supports spousal careers. In exceptional circumstances arrangements for a part-time appointment will be considered. A letter of application, including a detailed Curriculum Vitae (including teaching experience), a list of publications as well as a description of previous experience in the acquisition of external funding and a sketch of the intended project should be send to Dekan der Theologischen Fakultat der Georg-August-Universitat Gottingen, Platz der Gottinger Sieben 2, D-37073 Gottingen. The deadline for applications is November 15, 2009.
E-mail Submission - Attn: Dean of the Faculty of Theology
2010
The Johns Hopkins University Department of Near Eastern Studies announces a tenure-track or tenured position in the archaeology of Near Eastern complex societies
(outside of Egypt).
The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in archaeological theory and method as well as subject area and will have the opportunity to contribute to a new undergraduate Archaeology major. Particular attention will be given to candidates with a background in landscape archaeology and/or GIS applications.
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and letters of reference from three referees to Prof. Glenn M. Schwartz, Acting Chair, Department of Near Eastern Studies, The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore MD 21218. Electronic submissions are acceptable (nes@jhu.edu). Review of applications will begin December 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
The Johns Hopkins University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and especially encourages applications from women and underrepresented minorities.
YALE UNIVERSITY, the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations,
YALE UNIVERSITY is seeking to fill a full-time appointment as Lector or Senior Lector with responsibility to teach Aramaic, Advanced Syriac, Ugaritic, and Comparative Semitics, beginning July 1, 2010. Competence in further Semitic languages is welcomed. Ph.D. preferred but not required. Interest in the use of technology in teaching desirable. Rank dependent on qualifications and experience. Initial appointment will be up to three years, with possible renewal.
Applicants should submit a detailed letter of application, curriculum vitae, and supporting materials such as evidence of effective teaching experience, and copies of dissertation or other scholarly or pedagogical writings. Applicants should also ask three referees to send letters of recommendation, directly to: Prof. Benjamin Foster, Chair, Semitic Languages Search Committee, Department of Near Eastern Languages & Civilizations, Yale University, PO Box 208236, New Haven CT 06520-8236, Fax 432-2946 before the application deadline. Email applications, Benjamin.Foster@Yale.Edu are encouraged. Applications should be received by December 20, 2009, in order to receive full consideration. Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Yale values diversity in its students, faculty, and staff and strongly encourages applications from women and underrepresented minorities.
September 30 - Center of Theological Inquiry for the 2010-2011 Academic Year (Princeton, New Jersey)
Deadline for Applications to the Center of Theological Inquiry for the 2010-2011 Academic Year
The Center of Theological Inquiry in Princeton, New Jersey is seeking applications for visiting scholars for the 2010-2011 academic year (September 1 - June 30). The interdisciplinary group of scholars united at the Center benefit from the free exchange of ideas among themselves and the vast resources within the larger intellectual community at Princeton . All applications and supporting documents must be received by September 30, 2009. For more information, visit our new website at www.ctinquiry.org.
University of Minnesota: Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies
Assistant Professor in Ancient Near Eastern Religion
The Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota seeks to make a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in ancient Near Eastern religion, to begin fall semester, 2009. The field of research specialization is open, but teaching competence in Israelite religion is required. Candidates should possess expert skills in the relevant research languages, including classical Hebrew, and will be expected to teach one or more ancient languages at beginning and advanced levels.
The department integrates the disciplinary perspectives of Classics, Biblical and Ancient Near Eastern Studies, and Archaeology, to create a coherent program in the study of the ancient Mediterranean world. The curriculum includes the languages, cultures, and material remains of Greece, Rome, and the ancient Near East. The faculty is committed to the historical and philological analysis of the literature, culture, and religions of these areas. Preference will be given to applicants who share these broad perspectives and can contribute to their development.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses on biblical and cognate literatures and religions that contribute to the general educational mission of the College of Liberal Arts. These include large lecture classes that are accessible to the general student population as well as upper level courses that introduce source texts in the original languages. The candidate should also be able to contribute graduate level courses and advising to the department's comparative Master's track in the Religions of Antiquity. In addition, the candidate will be expected to participate in a newly developed, multi-disciplinary program in Religious Studies and may be invited to join the Center for Jewish Studies.
Preference will be given to applicants who have begun to establish a research trajectory and who have a record of successful undergraduate instruction, especially in large lecture classes. Candidates must have completed all requirements for the PhD or equivalent degree in Ancient Near Eastern Studies, Religious Studies, or other appropriate field by the time of appointment.
To apply, submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, a brief writing sample, and evidence of successful teaching. In order for the application to be considered, the letter of application and curriculum vitae must be submitted on the University of Minnesota's employment application web site:
https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1204048611731
(use the position requisition number 157918). All other materials must be sent in traditional format to:
Professor Eva von Dassow
Search Committee Chair
Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies
245 Nicholson Hall
216 Pillsbury Drive SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Completed applications must be received by Friday, October 24, 2008 to be assured of review. The position will remain open until filled. The committee expects to select a list of candidates for interviews at the Annual Meeting of the Society of Biblical Literature in Boston, MA (Nov. 21-25). Inquiries may be directed to the search committee chair, Professor Eva von Dassow: vonda001@umn.edu; 612-626-4787; fax: 612-624-4894.
Further information about the department may be found at: http://cnes.cla.umn.edu/ or from 612-625-5353. The program in Religious Studies has its own web page at http://www.religiousstudies.umn.edu/.
The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
University of Chicago Divinity School
Hebrew Bible/Old Testament Position
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO DIVINITY SCHOOL announces a new search to make a second faculty appointment in Hebrew Bible/Old Testament, to begin in the 2009-10 academic year. Rank and salary are open. The position requires thorough competence in biblical Hebrew (and cognate languages), mastery of the Biblical text, and sound familiarity with the ancient near Eastern cultural context. Demonstration of superior research skills in some aspect(s) of biblical literature, history, religion, and/or interpretation is also required. Scholars whose expertise includes Second Temple Judaism or the Dead Sea Scrolls (in addition to the Hebrew Bible) are also encouraged to apply. The Divinity School emphasizes interdisciplinary research and conducts graduate programs leading to the M.Div., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees, and also staffs a small undergraduate concentration in religious studies. The search committee will begin its review of applications immediately; the formal deadline is September 1st.
Applicants should send a letter of application, a C.V., and a writing sample of no more than thirty pages, and should arrange to have three letters of reference sent, to:
Dean Richard A. Rosengarten,
The University of Chicago Divinity School,
1025 East 58th Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (BP) An academic chair and institute for the study of Dead Sea Scrolls and Christian origins was approved by Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary trustees during their March 17-18 meeting in Kansas City, Mo.
The G. Richard and Judy Hastings Chair and Institute for the Study of Dead Sea Scrolls and Christian Origins will advance and encourage the academic study of the Hebrew roots, context, language and theology of Christian faith from biblical times to the present.
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